An Indianapolis police officer fatally shot a trespassing suspect after a physical altercation at a Burger King on the city’s far east side on Thursday evening, according to authorities. The incident occurred just before 6 p.m. when the officer and his partner confronted the suspect inside the establishment.
During the confrontation, a struggle ensued, causing all three individuals to fall to the ground. In the midst of the struggle, the suspect managed to gain control of one of the officers’ guns. He then reportedly told the officer, “you’re going to die,” and proceeded to fire the weapon, striking the officer.
In response, the officer used his secondary service weapon and fired back, ultimately striking and fatally injuring the suspect. The suspect was transported to a nearby hospital but later succumbed to his injuries. The officer suffered a gunshot graze wound but is expected to recover.
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) has launched an investigation into the shooting, with both the IMPD’s Critical Incident Response Team and Internal Affairs involved in the inquiry.
The incident highlights the dangers faced by police officers in their line of duty and underscores the need for thorough investigations to determine the circumstances surrounding such incidents.
